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Sunday, February 21, 2016

This is just a quit post of photos,I'm hoping to post a reception next week! *fingers crossed!*So, while most of the guess gather off to the reception, the wedding party stays behind for post wedding pictures...these will eventually be printed and placed in their house as well so I figured I would post them here to the view, I also got a new lens for my camera and I'm really loving it! ^_^

Michelle and Benjamin take their pictures first,

while everyone else catches a break.

The two of them are quite blissfully happy, both still reeling a bit from the ceremony. It's finally official for these two and they couldn't be happier!

Up next is Michelle and Benjamin with their parents, Erica filled in as his mother naturally, since she helped raise him.

Sunday, February 14, 2016

The day has finally came, it's been a little over a year now since these two were engaged. So now before friends and family Michelle and Benjamin will tie the knot! They have come a long way since that crazy bet they made with each other!

Everyone is starting to gather in the small countryside chapel, waiting on the bride to arrive. Benjamin waits at the alter with the minister, while most of the guests are already seated and ready for the ceremony to begin.

Back in the foyer of the chapel most of the wedding parting is gathered waiting for their cue to start their trip down the isle.

The bridesmaids gather for a quick pic together.

All looking lovely in their blue floral dresses.

Laura then heads to check in on Luke and Phoenix one last time.

While Amari and Kenzi go sit and wait with the groomsmen.

*Hayden* "What time is it?"

Aric looks down at his watch to check the time.*Aric* "It's ten till five....They should be here real soon."

*Amari* "I hope so...It's a bit of a drive out here from the city."

Meanwhile Laura is checking in on her boys...

Phoenix jumps up and down on Luke's lap when

he sees Mommy.

*Phoenix* "Mama! Mama!..."

*Laura* "Hi Pumpkin!...How's it going over here? Is he getting restless?"

*Luke* "No we're good so far...Your sister here yet?"
*Laura* "Okay...She should be here soon."Just then the doors to the chapel open.
*Laura* "I better head back now, see ya'll afterwards..."

Laura heads back to the foyer to sit with the rest of the bridesmaids. When the doors opened it was Justin, Ellie, Erica, and the two children Madison and Mason. The ladies doing a last minute check of the flower girl, and ring bear...While Justin greets Aric.

*Aric* "Not yet, they should be here soon..."
*Justin* "Let's hope she gets here soon....Benji's looking quite nervous
up there all alone with the minister."They both chuckle, cause Benjamin does look a littler paler than usual.

Hmmm, I must say Benjamin does look quite nervous! Constantly pulling on his tuxedo jacket...Back is the foyer, Ellie and Erica run a last minute check over the children and get them ready for their walk down the isle.

*Erica* "Mason, you are the most dashing lookin' 8 year old boy I eva seen!...
You ready to walk the isle with your sista?"Mason nods in response to his grandmothers question.Then the big, old chapel doors creak open again, and a familiar face from the past walks through. James, along with his wife Marilyn, and their two children Joshua and Bree, have everyone turning their heads so surprised to see them.

*Justin* "James! Holy Sh*t! So good to see you brother!"
*James* "Justin, you're looking good..."Across the foyer Erica watches her sons closely, it's been too many years since she last spoke to her son, James. At the time his children were still small, now they are all grown up.

*Erica* "Brianna, darlin' you have turned into a beautiful young woman...You
finished with high school yet?"
*Bree* "It's my senior year, Grandma Trudeau..."
*Erica* "Darlin' call me Nana! No need to so formal..."Justin and James give each other a big hug, it's been years since they have seen each other.

*Justin* "I'm really glad you and you're family made it out..."
*James* "Marilyn talked me into it but I'm glad we're here it's good to see you...
Despite what has happened..."While James and Justin catch up, Erica decides to go ahead and greet Marilyn first. Things didn't end well at all between James and her, so speaking to him is probably gonna be a bit awkward.

*Erica* "Marilyn! It is so good to see you! You're lookin' absolutely stunning dear! And those children of yours have sprung up like weeds! They're all grown up..."
*Marilyn* "Hello, Erica...where'd the time go right?!...It's good to see you,
you're looking well yourself."Meanwhile Laura and and Amari are curious about who these people are, Aric gives them a quick explanation.

*Aric* "James is Justin's twin brother, they haven't spoken in years so
everyone is surprised to see them."
*Laura* "I had no idea! So he's Benjamin's uncle...Wow, twins really run strong in that family..."
*Aric* "Yeah it does, and mine too. That's how Benji and my mother met."

*Laura* "That's right! So Michelle's chances of having twins, is a high possibility, I guess?!"
*Amari* "The chance is always there, right?"
*Amari* "Wow, I hadn't thought about that...Everyone back in the foyer, continues to mingle a bit longer, while the music softly plays.

Benjamin stands with the minister wondering when this eternity of waiting for his bride will be over.
*Benjamin* "I think I'm gonna go see what's taking so long..."
*Minister John* "Let me go see, we would want you getting a peek at the bride
before she walks the isle..."

The Minister smiles brightly, and Benjamin smiles back, he's so nervous, and he's not the kind of man that usually gets nervous...
*Benjamin* "Yeah, your right...it's better if you go see what's going on back there."Then as soon as Benjamin has agreed, Scott walks into the chapel...

Which means! If Scott is here, then the Bride is here!

Scott spots Justin and waves him down.

Time to get this wedding started!

Everyone gets ready and the first up to walk down

the isle is Erica escorted by Colton.

Next is Justin and his wife Ellie...

They make their way down the isle and both smile brightly at the minister and Benjamin.

Colton has made his way back to the foyer and his twin sister Kenzie is ready and waiting for him to escort her down the isle.

As they make their way down the isle up next in the wedding party is one of Benjamin's best friends Hayden and Michelle's cousin Amari.

Last in line is the Maid of Honor Laura, escorted by the Best Man Aric...

Then finally the ring bear and flower girl make their way down the isle.

And now the moment we've all been waiting for! Michelle our lovely bride is ready to walk the isle, both Scott and Krystal are escorting her...

Benjamin fidgets a little and smiles, when they appear in the doorway. His bride is finally here and that nervousness subsides a little, relieved to see her standing there looking so beautiful.

Michelle smiles back at him and her heart flutters a little, that smile of his will always make her melt. It's true and genuine, a loving smile that lets her know that she's the only one in his heart. The music starts and the three of them begin their walk down the isle.

Scott and Krystal walk their daughter down the isle, once they stop at the alter. Minister John begins he projects his voice loudly and clearly so that everyone can hear him in the old, small chapel.

*Minister John* "Dearly beloved, we
are gathered here today in the sight of God, and the presence of
friends and loved ones, to celebrate one of life’s greatest moments, to
give recognition to the worth and beauty of love, and to add our best wishes
and blessings to the words which shall unite Benjamin and Michelle in holy matrimony."

We
are gathered here today in the sight of God and angels, and the
presence of friends and loved ones, to celebrate one of life’s greatest
moments, to give recognition to the worth and beauty of love, and to add
our best wishes and blessings to the words which shall unite
_____________and________________ in holy matrimony. - See more at:
http://www.vowsoftheheart.com/ceramonies/traditional-christian-wedding-ceremony/#sthash.VpQXmlzJ.dpuf

We
are gathered here today in the sight of God and angels, and the
presence of friends and loved ones, to celebrate one of life’s greatest
moments, to give recognition to the worth and beauty of love, and to add
our best wishes and blessings to the words which shall unite
_____________and________________ in holy matrimony. - See more at:
http://www.vowsoftheheart.com/ceramonies/traditional-christian-wedding-ceremony/#sthash.VpQXmlzJ.dpuf

We
are gathered here today in the sight of God and angels, and the
presence of friends and loved ones, to celebrate one of life’s greatest
moments, to give recognition to the worth and beauty of love, and to add
our best wishes and blessings to the words which shall unite
_____________and________________ in holy matrimony. - See more at:
http://www.vowsoftheheart.com/ceramonies/traditional-christian-wedding-ceremony/#sthash.VpQXmlzJ.dpuf

We
are gathered here today in the sight of God and angels, and the
presence of friends and loved ones, to celebrate one of life’s greatest
moments, to give recognition to the worth and beauty of love, and to add
our best wishes and blessings to the words which shall unite
_____________and________________ in holy matrimony. - See more at:
http://www.vowsoftheheart.com/ceramonies/traditional-christian-wedding-ceremony/#sthash.VpQXmlzJ.dpuf

*Minister John continues* "Marriage
is a most honorable estate, created and Instituted by God, signifying unto us
the mystical union, which also rests between Christ and the Church; so too may
this marriage be adorned by true and abiding love. Should
there be anyone who has cause why this couple should not be united in marriage,
they must speak now or forever hold their peace."

*Minister John* "Who is it that brings this woman to this man?

Who is it that brings this woman to this man?

*Scott* "Her Mother and I do..."Scott hands over his daughter to Benjamin. She takes his side and Scott and Krystal sit down so that the wedding can continue.

*Minister John* "Benjamin and Michelle life is given to each of us as individuals, and yet we must learn to live
together. Love is given to us by our family and friends. We learn to love by
being loved. Learning to love and living together is one of life’s greatest
challenges and

is the shared goal of a married life."

*Minister John* "But
a husband and wife should not confuse love of worldly measures for even if
worldly success is found, only love will maintain a marriage. Mankind did not
create love; love is created by God. The measure of true love is a love both
freely given and freely accepted, just as God’s love of us is unconditional and
free."

*Minister John* "Today
truly is a glorious day the Lord hath made – as today both of you are blessed
with God’s greatest of all gifts – the gift of abiding love and devotion
between a man and a woman. All present here today – and those here in heart –
wish both of you all the joy, happiness and success and the world has to offer."

*Minister John* "As
you travel through life together, I caution you to remember that the true
measure of success, the true avenue to joy and peace, is to be found within the
love you hold in your hearts. I would ask that you hold the key to your heart
very tightly."

*Minister John* "Within
the Bible, nothing is of more importance than love. We are told the crystalline
and beautiful truth: “God is Love”. We are assured that “Love conquers all”. It
is love, which brings you here today, the union of two hearts and two spirits.
As your lives continue to interweave as one pattern, remember that it was love
that brought you here today, it is love that will make this a glorious union,
and it is love which will cause this union to endure."

Now we move on to the Vows...

*Minister John* "Benjamin, do
you take Michelle to be your wife? Do you promise

to love, honor,
cherish and protect her, forsaking all others and

holding only to her
forevermore?"

*Benjamin* "I do..."Minister John then turns to Michelle to ask her the same question.

*Minister John* "Michelle do
you take Benjamin to be your Husband?

Do you promise to love, honor,
cherish and protect him,

forsaking all others and holding only to him
forevermore?"

*Michelle* "I do..."

*Minister John* "Now let's move on to the rings and the vows to be repeated..."Mason, whose been keeping watch over the rings brings them to the alter.

*Minister John* "Thank you, son..."He then turns back to Michelle and Benjamin. Benjamin takes the ring that is to be placed on Michelle's finger.*Minister John* "Benjamin, repeat after me..."

*Benjamin repeats* "I, Benjamin Eric Trudeau take thee Michelle Ava Lavigne, to be my wife. To have and to hold, in sickness
and in health, for richer or for poorer, and I promise my love to you
forevermore, and with this ring I thee wed..."

Minister John then turns to Michelle, she takes the ring to be placed on Benjamin's finger.

*Minister John* "Michelle, repeat after me..."

*Michelle* "I, Michelle Ava Lavigne
take thee Benjamin Eric Trudeau to be my Husband. To have and to hold, in sickness
and in health, for richer or for poorer, and I promise my love to you
forevermore,

and with this ring I thee wed."

Minister John takes a moment to give a small speech to them...*Minister John* "Benjamin and Michelle as the two of you come into this marriage uniting you
as husband and wife, and as you this day affirm your faith and love for one
another..."

"I would ask that you always remember to cherish each other as special
and unique individuals, that you respect the thoughts, ideas and suggestions of
one another. "

*Minister John continues* "Be able to forgive, do not hold grudges, and live each day that
you may share it together..."

" – as from this day forward you shall be each others'
home, comfort and refuge, your marriage strengthened by your love and respect."Lighting of the Unity Candle. Michelle escorted by Benjamin walks over to the table with the candles, as Minister John continues to talk.

*Minister John* "Benjamin and Michelle the two lighted candies symbolize your separate lives, your separate families and your separate sets of friends. I ask that you each
take one candle and that together you light the center candle."

*Minister John continues* "The
individual candies represent your individual lives before today. Lighting the
center candle represents that your two lives are now joined to one light, and
represents the joining together of your two families and sets of friends to
one.”As they come back to stand at the alter Minister John gives his final words.

*Minister John* "Benjamin and Michelle in so much as the two of you have agreed to live
together in Matrimony..."

have promised your love for each other by these vows,
the giving of these rings and the joining of your hands, I now declare you to
be husband and wife...." Erica begins to get excited she knows what is next!

"Minister John* "May
the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord make his face shine upon you, and
be gracious unto you..."

"May the Lord lift up his countenance unto you, and give
you peace."

*Minister John* "Benjamin....you
may kiss your bride!"

Benjamin takes his time, no letting this moment fly by he wants her to remember it for the rest of their lives, first he removes his hat.

Passing it off to Aric, who reaches out to grab the hat.

Everyone is watching eagerly, waiting for the big, final moment.Erica claps softly while Justin beams with a smile...

Scott and Krystal watch loving as their youngest daughter is now married. Tears of joy fill their eyes....

Everyone waits in anticipation, on the edge of their seats!So let's seal it with a kiss...

Benjamin pulls her in close and and Michelle eyes, widen a bit...she knows what is going to happen next but with Benjamin, he's always full of surprises...

Benjamin takes her and dips he back, slowly...

And Michelle's Breath catches for a second...

Then Benjamin leans in and kisses her.

Then he brings her back upright to face the friends and family who have just witnessed their union.. *Minister John* " Ladies and Gentlemen...."

"I
present to you Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Eric Trudeau!"

Aric places the hat back on Benjamin's head.

*Aric* "There we go, now it's officail...Congrats, Benji!"

I want to thank you all for coming and being so patient in waiting for this wedding to finally come to pass!